Look up requirements in AFS (work environment provisions)

The Swedish Work Environment Authority's provisions (AFS) govern the work environment in detail. Yesper searches AFS and Arbetsmiljölagen (the Swedish Work Environment Act) and answers with a reference to the right provision – without you having to dig. Relevant continuously in planning and production.

How to do it in Yesper

  1. Ask the question in the chat.
  2. Point out the AFS and Arbetsmiljölagen reference libraries if you want to steer the search.
  3. Read the answer with its reference.
  4. Ask for an interpretation for your specific work stage.

Settings & tips

  • Phrase the question around the concrete work.
  • Combine it with a risk assessment.

Example prompts

Simple

What does AFS require for excavation work?

Advanced

What does AFS require for excavation deeper than 2 m with a risk of collapse, in terms of slopes, shoring and safety distances? State the provision and the key requirements.

FAQ

Do I get a reference?

Yes, to the applicable AFS provision.

Can I limit it to one provision?

Yes, point it out.

Can the answer be tied to my work stage?

Yes, describe the work.